Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 17, 2026 · Version 1
This Privacy Policy describes how AudToro LLC, operator of the AudToro marketplace (“Company,” “Platform,” “we,” “us”), collects, uses, and shares information when you use our marketplace connecting music producers (“Producers”) and clients (“Clients”).
1. Information We Collect
Account Information:
- Name, email address, and login credentials
- Profile details (bio, services, pricing, availability)
- Mobile phone number and SMS verification status if you choose to verify your phone number or use account security features
Booking & Usage Data:
- Session bookings and transaction history
- Messages between users (if applicable)
- Platform activity and interactions
Payment Information:
Payments are processed by Stripe. We do not store full payment card details. Stripe may collect payment information, billing details, and identity verification data.
Device & Technical Data:
- IP address, browser type, and device information
- Cookies and usage analytics
2. How We Use Information
- Provide and operate the Platform
- Process bookings and payments
- Facilitate communication between users
- Improve services and user experience
- Detect fraud, abuse, or illegal activity
- Comply with legal obligations
- Send one-time verification codes and security messages for account verification, two-factor authentication, fraud prevention, and account protection
3. Payment Processing (Stripe)
We use Stripe Connect to process payments. By using the Platform, you agree to Stripe’s Privacy Policy.
Stripe may collect and process personal data including payment details, identity verification, and transaction information. We only receive limited information necessary to operate the Platform.
4. How We Share Information
We may share information:
- With other users as necessary to complete bookings
- With service providers (e.g., Stripe for payments and Twilio for SMS account verification and security messages)
- To comply with legal obligations or law enforcement requests
- To protect rights, safety, and prevent fraud
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your mobile phone number with service providers, including Twilio, solely to send account verification, security, and two-factor authentication messages on our behalf. We do not sell, rent, or share your mobile phone number or SMS opt-in consent with third parties or affiliates for their marketing or promotional purposes.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
6. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and use of the Platform is at your own risk.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access or update your personal data
- Request deletion of your account
- Object to or restrict certain processing
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
8. Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
9. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
10. Children’s Privacy
The Platform is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance.
12. Contact
AudToro LLC
contact@audtoro.com